Pharmacist - Pharmacy

US-NM-Albuquerque

Careers (External)

Req #: 45652
Type: Full Time

Presbyterian Healthcare Services

				Overview:

Presbyterian is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Pharmacist to join our team. The Pharmacist interprets and evaluates orders and prepares/dispenses medications to patients and staff while monitoring the safety and efficacy of the prescribed drugs. The Pharmacist must have excellent communication skills since they often work closely with doctors and other healthcare professionals to ensure that patients receive the right medication and dosage for their medical conditions.

Type of Opportunity: Full Time (1.0 FTE/40 hours per week)
Work Schedule: Nights

Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates.

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

* Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
* Wearable duress alarm technology (a wearable badge that allows staff to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
* Shift differentials for nights and weekends
* Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles
* Malpractice liability insurance
* Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department 
* EPIC electronic charting system

Responsibilities:

* Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, PI program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
* Compounds, packages, labels, and dispenses medications.
* Advises patients and families on the use of medications including dosage, side effects, and composition.
* Maintains professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-services, and workshops.
* Monitors medication use for appropriateness.
* Oversees the activities of technicians, interns, and students.
* Participates in education programs for pharmacy staff, attends meetings as required, and participates on committees as needed.
* Participates in training pharmacists, technicians, students, and residents.
* Consults with and advises healthcare providers regarding optimal and cost-effective utilization of drugs.
* Performs other functions as required.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree
* Education specialization: Pharmacy
* Registered Pharmacist
* Licensed New Grads are welcome to apply.
* Responsible for on-call, weekend, night, and/or holiday coverage as required on a rotating basis.
* Less than one year experience in pharmacy practice preferred.
			
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